Description
Indulge in creamy, cheesy goodness with this easy and comforting Crockpot Mac N Cheese recipe. Perfect for busy days when you crave a warm and satisfying side dish without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Lightly grease the inside of a 4 to 6-quart slow cooker. Add the uncooked macaroni, milk, evaporated milk, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, butter, garlic powder, dry mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine everything evenly.
- Cook in Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 1 hour. After 1 hour, stir well to ensure even cooking. Cover and continue cooking on low for another 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and cheese is melted and creamy.
- Serve: Serve warm directly from the crockpot.
Notes
- For a sharper flavor, swap in some white cheddar or Gruyère.
- Avoid overcooking beyond 3 hours to maintain a creamy texture.
- Enhance with cooked bacon or jalapeños for a twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
